I've read that you can file real estate partnerships without actually filing a 1065."The IRS and the courts have stated that mere co-ownership, rental, and maintenance of real property does not create a partnership fo...

Hey BPers,I just recently closed my first deal: a duplex in Oakland, CA where I am living in one unit and will rent the other. I also just put up a listing advertising the other unit, and got a quick response from som...

I have a 4-plex with 4 parking spots. People keep parking in our vacant spaces or blocking the driveway. The tow companies never come when I call them. And I'm also slightly afraid of a retaliation if I have someone t...

Can someone shed some light on what is the CA rule or protocol in the following Short sale scenario?:

Buyer 1 has an executed contract for $380,000, meaning Seller accepted the offer and offer is being presented to...

It seems that there is more and more talk about how any future housing bubble will be prevented. Bankers and monetary officials are discussing using interest rates and other means to prevent this in the future.

I do...

Hi experts. I recently found out how contributions work for a solo 401k and that rental income is passive. So basically I'll never be able to contribute my solo 401k in this entity. Not the end of the world, but certa...

As I have posted previously, I typical look for properties to buy and hold (rent). Seems the South Florida market is so heated I either face a bidding war the first day a property goes on the MLS, or I end up gett...

I'm a landlord of a multi-unit property and all of my leases are between myself and the tenants. However, im moving out of state soon and have a friend willing to take care of rent collection, evictions, and everythin...

House is a duplex. Renting out 1st floor while I live upstairs. Got a notice of violation saying - "alleged illegal apartment, need to inspect premise". Dont see actual violation code on the notice. Not sure how inspe...

Hi,I recently got the Real Estate bug and would like to begin investing in real estate. I joined BiggerPockets.com in order to reach more newbies like me, as well as experienced investors who I am eager to learn from ...